We are devastated by the horrifying loss of life and widespread trauma of the past months.  Even in these most challenging of times, the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies continues our dedication to environmental diplomacy, research, and peacebuilding.    We condemn the attack by Hamas on the kibbutzim and towns in the Gaza Envelope along Israel’s southern […]

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Pumping of seawater will contaminate underground freshwater and ruin the conditions of life in Gaza, experts say. By Shola Lawal. 3 Feb 2024 Israel confirmed this week that its troops are pumping seawater into a network of tunnels in Gaza, a method environmentalists say could violate international law and cause dire, long-term consequences in the besieged […]

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Why southern Israel must tackle environmental hazards and fuel innovation in the wake of the Gaza conflict. By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMANJANUARY 27, 202 The aftermath of the October 7 Hamas massacre and the subsequent war have inflicted not only physical and emotional harm on the people of Israel. According to experts, it has also significantly impacted the overall environment […]

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By Heba Elayyan – Feb 04,2024 The Ministry of Agriculture says that it is planning to launch a project to utilise fuel stations wastewater to plant fast-growing trees, beginning with the Desert Highway (JT file photo) AMMAN — In bid to increase green cover in desert areas and in urban areas, the Ministry of Agriculture is planning […]

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The maps are meant to help decision-makers better understand the likelihood of being exposed to certain risks and who and what is vulnerable to that risk due to socioeconomic, age, or other factors. By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMANJANUARY 29, 2024  The Environmental Protection Ministry released its first set of national climate risk maps on Monday to help decision-makers, security forces, […]

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By Maria Weldali – Feb 01,2024  AMMAN — UNICEF Jordan, through its Sawn programme, leverages the enthusiasm and insights of Jordanian youth to accelerate global efforts in addressing the climate crisis.  Sawn, translating to “Preservation” in English, is a youth-led climate action initiative in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Youth, and Generations For Peace.  […]

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The award-winning company aims to close the gap between profitability and sustainability. By ZACHY HENNESSEYJANUARY 24, 2024  UBQ Materials, a leading climate tech developer specializing in advanced materials crafted from waste, has announced the launch of a new portfolio of sustainability products. The line-up features three bio-based material replacements, sustainability additives, and two modifiers, offering a […]

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Dalia Mustafa Salama, Sunday 4 Feb 2024 European countries show growing interest in Egypt’s significant potential in renewable energy. Hence, Egypt can play a crucial role in supplying European markets with renewable electricity, contributing to environmental improvement, creating new job opportunities, and boosting economic growth and trade. Egypt and Italy plan to develop a project […]

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 22 Jan 2024 President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi affirmed Egypt’s keenness to play a major role in the international clean energy transition, which will benefit Egypt at the economic and environmental levels. he president made his comment during a meeting on Monday with Dimitris Copelouzos, chairman of Greek infrastructure development group Copelouzos Group. El-Sisi praised Egypt-Greece cooperation […]

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20,000 LED lights save 16m kilowatts, cut carbon footprint by 7,000 tonnes  January 31, 2024 Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has concluded the initial two phases of its energy conservation project, deploying 19,968 energy-efficient LED bulbs across metro stations and facilities. Over two years, this effort saved 16.7 million kilowatts, valued at Dh7.6 […]

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